Scientists have discovered how bowhead whales, the longest-living mammals, manage to survive over 200 years. Their exceptional DNA repair mechanisms could hold the key to boosting human longevity and health during surgeries.
Scientists have uncovered a new category of RNA, dubbed 'obelisks', within the human microbiome, particularly in the mouth. These unique circular RNAs challenge our understanding of genetic entities and microbial interactions.
NASA is set to launch Artemis II with groundbreaking AVATAR technology, using astronaut tissue samples to assess health risks in space. This innovation could revolutionize both space exploration and personalized medicine.
Discover how the bizarre naked mole rat, the world's longest-lived rodent, reveals groundbreaking insights into DNA repair mechanisms that could revolutionize our understanding of aging and health!
Imelda Muller, a UVM Larner College alum, has been chosen as one of NASA's 10 new astronaut candidates from a pool of 8,000. With her background in medicine and passion for extreme environments, she’s set to undergo rigorous training for future space missions.
NASA's Artemis 2 mission aims to study the impact of deep space on human health. Astronauts will undergo various experiments to track their physiological changes during this groundbreaking moon mission.
NASA's AVATAR experiment will utilize organ-on-a-chip technology during the Artemis II mission to study the effects of deep space on human health, paving the way for personalized medicine in space and on Earth.
A groundbreaking study reveals that time in space may accelerate aging in human stem cells. Researchers at UC San Diego found significant changes in cells after just a month aboard the ISS, with implications for astronaut health and understanding human aging.
A groundbreaking study reveals how male mosquitoes have evolved to hear a wide range of frequencies, aiding in mate detection and offering new strategies for mosquito control through sound traps.
Scientists are diving deep into the mysteries of planarians, the immortal worms that can regenerate body parts and potentially hold the key to reversing aging in mammals. Discover their secrets!
